Conceived to be a comfy gathering space, a retreat from stress, an example of simple, sustainable construction and of permaculture principles, it remains a work in progress. (Ie, expect some weeds and possibly unfinished projects. The plant growth is a bit much to keep up with in this subtropical rain forest.) We follow certain principles, such as collaborative team work, encouraging creative expression, finding inspiration and benefits from forest and plant therapy, soil building, repurposing whenever possible to conserve resources, stacking functions, co-creating with Nature to build more beautiful surroundings, and supporting Amish and other local trades people and suppliers.